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Compare bus, train, and flight for Washington, DC to Portsmouth, NH
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Washington, DC to Portsmouth, NH among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $84. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 3h 16m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $84, and a train costs an average of $168.
Distance: 436 miles (702 km)
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Most popular Train | Flight | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$315 Average price | $277 Average price | $104 Average price Cheapest | $98 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
10h 9m Average total duration 9h 39m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 16m Average total duration Fastest 3h 16m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 17h 19m Average total duration 16h 49m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 23m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Washington, DC to Portsmouth, NH:
A bus is $173 (€142) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Washington, DC to Portsmouth, NH costing on average $277 (€226).
A bus is $211 (€173) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Washington, DC to Portsmouth, NH costing on average $315 (€258).
Other travel options to Portsmouth, NH take longer:
Train takes on average 9h 39m.
Bus takes on average 16h 49m.
Tickets start at around $315 (€258) compared to roughly $98 (€80) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $-217.15 (€-177.73). The journey takes 9h 39m versus 8h 23m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
Live departures
Washington, DC to Portsmouth, NH train times
The table below shows live departures for Washington, DC to Portsmouth, NH trains for today, Sunday, June 21. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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162 Northeast Regional · 695 Downeaster | 6:20 AM Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 10h47 | 5:07 PM Durham Station, Durham, NH | 1 transfer | |
2250 NextGen Acela+ 697 Downeaster | 8:38 AM Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 10h04 | 6:42 PM Durham Station, Durham, NH | 1 transfer | |
88 Northeast Regional · 699 Downeaster | 11:25 AM Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 12h27 | 11:52 PM Durham Station, Durham, NH | 1 transfer | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Washington, DC to Portsmouth, NH
Trains from Washington, DC to Portsmouth, NH run on average 8 times per day, taking around 9h 39m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $168 (€138) but you can travel from only $84 (€68) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 05:25, the last at 22:00. The fastest train covers the 436 miles (702 km) distance in 10h 7m.
Distance 436 miles (702 km) |
Average train duration 9h 39m |
Cheapest ticket price $168 (€138) |
Trains per day 8 |
Fastest train 10h 7m |
First train 5:25 AM |
Last train 10:00 PM |
Cheapest Month Oct |
Cheapest Day Fri |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Best time to book 6 days |
Train companies: Amtrak from Washington, DC to Portsmouth, NH trainsAmtrak trains will get you between Washington, DC and Portsmouth, NH from $84 (€68). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from Washington, DC to Portsmouth, NH
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Washington, DC to Portsmouth, NH by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Portsmouth, NH, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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Popular train stations from Washington, DC to Portsmouth, NH
Most Washington, DC to Portsmouth, NH trains use the Union Station to Durham Station station pair. Use this guide to compare Washington, DC and Portsmouth, NH train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Washington, DC station do trains to Portsmouth, NH leave from?
Getting to Union Station from Washington city centre
Union Station is 2 km from Washington city centre. Public transport options include:
Union Station train station facilities and services
Union Station has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: Shake Shack, McDonald’s, Starbucks, Potbelly Sandwich Shop, Chopt Creative Salad Co., Chipotle Mexican Grill, Thunder Grill, Johnny Rockets, Jamba Juice, Ladurée Union Station, & many more
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi in the station courtesy of Amtrak. ATMs are there are 2 ATM machines located on Level G.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Fri: 04:30 - 22:00, Sat - Sun: 05:00 - 22:00. Information desks are located on the train concourse of Level G near the Amtrak Waiting Area.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is amtrak provides temporary luggage storage for $10 per bag for 24 hours for customers holding Amtrak tickets.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Union Station: Parking, Taxis.
Bike and car services
Available at Union Station: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Union Station: Elevators, escalators, wheelchair access. Accessible facilities including restrooms, parking, platforms, ticket office, waiting room.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hyatt Recency Washington On Capitol Hill, Phoenix Park Hotel, Kimpton George Hotel.
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